
Lowering Springs vs Coilovers for European Daily Drivers
Compare lowering springs vs coilovers for European daily drivers. Learn ride quality, cost, and handling differences to choose the right suspension upgrade.
By Lee Shahin ·
17 lowering springs for the 8V 2015-2020 Audi S3 (2.0T) from 10 brands. Shorter springs that lower ride height on the factory or aftermarket dampers.
Brands on this page: H&R (3), Neuspeed (3), Suspension Techniques (3), 034Motorsport (2), Doorbusters (1), ECS (1), Emmanuele Design (1), Enthusiast Bundles (1), GODSPEED (1), Racingline (1).

034Motorsport · Part no. 034-404-1012
Retain excellent ride quality while lowering your veihcle
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without Magride suspension

034Motorsport · Part no. 034-404-1000
Engineered to improve handling and deliver superb ride quality - Average lowering of .75" front & rear.
Retailer fitment note: *For use on models with factory Magnetic Ride feature only*

Doorbusters · Part no. 051176LADBKT
This limited-time offer pairs our performance lowering spring set with a front lip for a drastic exterior transformation that is sure to please!

ECS · Part no. 051176LA01-A
Dramatically improve looks and handling with and average lowering up to 1.3" front and rear.

Emmanuele Design · Part no. EMD-MQB-LS3
Linear designed lowering springs matched to the factory dampers
Retailer fitment note: Average lowering on S3 models with Magnetic Ride front: .5" rear: .5", S3 models without Magnetic Ride front: .75" rear: .75",

Enthusiast Bundles · Part no. 051176LAEBKT
Pair our performance lowering spring set with a front lip for a drastic exterior transformation!
Retailer fitment note: Fits pre-facelift models only

GODSPEED · Part no. LS-TS-VN-0002
Aggressive looks with high performance handling
Retailer fitment note: Average lowering of 1.2" to 1.5"

H&R · Part no. 23018-5
More lowering, more features, and more personalization - Average lowering range of 0.60"-1.2" front & rear
Retailer fitment note: For models without magnetic ride control

H&R · Part no. 50343
Unrivaled comfort and performance. Average lowering of .75"F .75"R

H&R · Part no. 50343-77
Aggressive looks and ultimate handling. Average lowering of 1.2"F 1.3"R

Neuspeed · Part no. 55.70.10
The highest quality spring steel for unmatched performance and safety.

Neuspeed · Part no. 55.70.24
Add a sporty look and performance handling

Neuspeed · Part no. 55.70.09
Upgrade looks and handling with sport springs
Retailer fitment note: Average lowering Front: 1.0", Rear: 1.0"

Racingline · Part no. VWR3130RS
Give your S3/RS3 the ride height it deserves - The first upgrade to make to your car!

Suspension Techniques · Part no. 273100AK
Allows individual ride height adjustment at each corner of your vehicle - Make your stock suspension height adjustable, without compromise!
Retailer fitment note: For models without factory electronic dampers - Average lowering of 0.8"-1.2" Front, 0.0"-0.6" Rear

Suspension Techniques · Part no. 273100AL
Allows individual ride height adjustment at each corner of your vehicle - Make your stock suspension height adjustable, without compromise!
Retailer fitment note: For models with factory electronic dampers - Average lowering of 0.8"-1.2" Front, 0.0"-0.6" Rear
Suspension Techniques · Part no. 28210167
Provides a more aggressive stance for improved looks and handling. Average lowering of 0.8"F and 0.8"R.
Modification & Performance Guides

Compare lowering springs vs coilovers for European daily drivers. Learn ride quality, cost, and handling differences to choose the right suspension upgrade.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Modification & Performance Parts
Modification & Performance Guides

Explore European car suspension upgrades for daily driving: springs, shocks, and sway bars. Make informed decisions for handling and ride quality.
By Lee Shahin ·
Explore: Modification & Performance Parts